If you like the form, Torium looks modern. If you want the function, Fathom all the way. A slightly nicer model for just a shy more is the Okuma Tesoro which is on clearance from Charkbait website.

It's for budget friendly option. I've never tried the Alutecnos, looks really solid. I'm primarily all Penn Visx.

@@ata1421 Shimano missed the market on that.

@@Duhamal thank you for asking. I’ve slimmed the profile as much as possible as current hooks with their teflon cord have really strong abrasion resistance. Plus our jig profile have gone smaller. I still have my 400 and 500grams but rarely use them. If the weather I horrid, where we need the heavy weights, I’ll go for an Eddie bomb before a longer heavy jig. I’m in the process of making a new vid regarding the tungsten jigs. The size and profile has been a hot bite.

Thank you!

I bought my big handle from Mahi Tackle in Huntington Beach, they have an eBay account. Got my Lite later from TheLongFin out of Orange.

It’s a solid reel. I used a gen 1 60ld2 for a season. Convenient having the tuck away lugs. Good size. I believe line cap is exactly like a VISX16

It’s a solid reel. I went through all these reels and ended up still using the Prorex. Perfect for what i need

All depends what you’re targeting. Tranx500 would be the proper baitcaster to chase 30lb and up. Lexa HD, I’ve owned all iterations and it does really well for salt. I’m still putting more time in the water for the ProRex, but I’m liking it being a few ounces lighter than the HD. You have the Prorex, so no need for a TW. Did you send the Tranx in for service? I’ve seen dried up salt built up that prevents lots of moving parts, but could still be cleaned out. Personally I kept my Tranx500, ProRex, LexaHD, and have a couple Alijos300. They all serve different purposes for different trips.

@@Seastheday88 thanks for getting back to me! I’m contemplating buying another reel as a main reel for larger baits for musky and pike. The baits definitely give the reels a pounding as the baits being thrown are up to 1.5 lbs. I’m just looking for something consistent without the durability concerns. I haven’t sent the tranx in yet as Turnaround time takes months and our fishing season is already limited in the north woods.

@@briannguyen7391 of course! Awesome, always wanted to try musky and pike, def strenuous on the reels seeing the vids of how anglers fish them. For all day casting, lighter the better considering your casting lure sizes. The Tranx400 is still a really nice compact size. The ProRex if you’re leaning towards Daiwa. Just need to find a local tech that can service them considering both Shimano and Daiwa service centers are based in California.

Thank you!

The Trinidad will give you the most line capacity in 20size and either sizes will be best for fly lining a live bait. The baitcasters will be more easier to use for those starting or those casting lures. You’ll learn better techniques and skill set if you start off with conventional like Trinidad. But for YT and smaller BFT, you’ll do perfectly fine with the baitcasters plus it’d be fun if they’re on the top and you can cast to them.

There is 3 sizes on this crimping tool. Just match the rated line to the crimp. They manufacture it so you don’t over crimp. Thats why I stick with Jinkai brand for line, crimp and crimp tool. All made to their exact specs. Hope that helps!

Thank you for watching🙌

Thank you very much for your response and especially for your videos.

The collar width is different between gen 1 and gen2. You will need the gen2 tool for it.

@@Seastheday88 thanks!!!

40lb max drag. I recall biggest caught was around 200lb. But not every 200lb will fight the same way. If you know for sure they’re over 100lb, bring a VISX. I would keep the 40nld2 for 60lb duty. Pushing it for 80lb.

@@Seastheday88 thanks

Lol funny you say that. Got into Picanha cuts after that when I catch them on sale. Thickest fat I’ve ever kept on

@@Seastheday88 its all flavor season it with mustard and seasonings and fat cap up the fat will rneder into the meat the whole time nad drain as needed lol

Def a solid baitcaster. Check out my vid on Gear Junkies charter on Pride. Caught a solid slug on Komodo 471 with PCH inshore rod.

I found that the komodo is great for fishing in general but if you’re hammering fish constantly it won’t last as long as a tranx

lol happy Bday! The black ones were so hard to find. I finally got my 25n last week in gold. Do have a black 30 but it’s way more beat up. Hoping to put that to use this season

Thanks, I reached out to Jim from their parts department. Found out it’s pressed so mine is faulty, unfortunately way beyond any warranty. Always appreciate reading knowledge from Steve.

Thank you

Thanks. This took a few video iterations after, but was resolved and also noted in description.

Thanks 👍

Thats awesome to hear! Which gear ratio did you go with? My buddy bought one for his pops for the same purpose of deep rockfishing with the P-P gears.

@@Seastheday88 6.1 The level wind is an added bonus when fishing deep water

@@timklippel5164 great choice. I was hoping the 6.1 when I went to buy and for some reason I went for 5.1, way too much winding for deeper depths lol

Correct. No need to file down if you use the longer spacer. I’ve been using the spacer successfully, you can order a factory VISX 12-16 spacer directly from Penn.

I agree with that. It’s nice to have for those who fish occasionally. But does add another component to add risk. Seen one video of the Komodo under pressure then lost its level wind while fighting a fish.

Didn’t test the drags, but internal components are identical to the 400 model for a hot swap.

@@Seastheday88 The TW gears are the same as the original 400, the HD gears are all stainless, drags should be the same. Why is the Daiwa marketing dept advertising them with different specs?

@@Hucklongfin part 1 of this series break down the HD/Winn vs TW and Prorex. Slightly different in diameter sizes, also the pinion gear seats into the bearing on TW/Prorex, while HD/Winn has the spool shaft seat into pinion bearing.

400 is plenty for it’s intended purpose. A buddy grabbed a 500 for his father as an easy to use rock fishing setup.

Prorex is a nice real, I'm still holding onto that one. Hopefully we see updates from Shimano in the near future.

I loaded mine with braid to the top of 0.4mm at 300yards, equivalent to 0.4mm is 15lb mono, so 150yrds of 30lb should be right. It'll be a good choice. Hope you land that YF, would be fun with a popper!

Thanks Mike! Tight lines!

I did lol. Took some effort but sold in no time. Still using them to this day, hard part is I haven’t seen a clearance like that since.

Great reel, awesome freespool, plenty of power. Def need control on the thumb for those casting.

Will get you a comparison 👍

I’m in the process of making a new one. I got replacement reel in the same size and install are the same for them. Look out for it soon. Thanks

Thanks man. I just got my first saltiga 35NL-SJ today and I don't know how to adjust the handle bar to make it longer

@@cryinclown8505 that’s a sweet reel. You’ll remove the two small hex screws which keeps the main bolt from backing out. When you remove the main bolt, keep pressure on the star drag wheel holding it towards the reel as there’s a spring and it will want to pop off as you loosen that bolt. Once the bolt is fully off, you can adjust the handle to the longer length, keep in mind for the star drag wheel and also any washers between them and handle to move it towards the longer side. Retighten and you’re good to go.

Check PennFishing.eu. There is dealers in Spain

If you look at the reel the wrong way, the paint will come off 🤣

@@Seastheday88 😂 Just like an old girlfriend of mine.

@@awilderireland 🤣🤣🤣

For surf. 300 is perfect. I’m honestly using an Piscifun Alijos 300 because I was afraid of sand on the nicer reels. Surprisingly still working couple years later with no service. Load it with 40lb braid. If you do decide to go for the nicer brands, Lexa, Shimano or Okuma shines. Personally like the Lexa HD series the most in those sizes

@@Seastheday88 I noticed you didn't mention the Penn fathom baitcaster... Do you not reccomend that one for the surf? Especially if it's going to be getting wet alot?

@@jasper1352 I really like Penn for all their other reels. Fathom 2speed, star drags, International, Torque, Slammer, which I own. I just wasn’t a fan of that baitcaster lol

@@Seastheday88 lol I have the casting special, the fathom 2 and the spinfisher liveliner which I think are all great reels. Was hoping I could complete the set with a baitcaster.

@@jasper1352 it’s a fine reel. I just find the other brands are more refined. The price is very similar, thus go with the better options. I’ve been hunting for a casting special. Read you can switch the bigger knob for the smaller ones off Fathom 12 or 15sd

Had to drill it out. Small bit to get started

Although their lower line is made in China, Penn Torque and International series are made in America. I own a good handful of those as they support and pay for people stateside. I do own a bunch of other brands that’s made all over the globe. Jim from Penn Parts dept has helped me a lot with maintenance parts. And they’re usually readily available to get my reels ready to fish again. They’re based out of Philadelphia.

lol ready to get out again

👍 use this in harbors. Couldn’t find my other pier/jetty spinner so grabbed this 😂

You’ll get an extra 10-20 feet on the TW but in most occasions, either reel with the right rod pairing and jig like a 60-100gr sniper/zakana will get you some awesome distance. I had the HD with an Irod Kaimana 906jr and an Okuma SCT-I 8’6” rod, it sent that zakana way out there to cover distance.

My Meng!!!!👊